50 Yuan (Return of Hong Kong to China) 1997 front 50 Yuan (Return of Hong Kong to China) 1997 back
50 Yuan (Return of Hong Kong to China) 1997 photo
© China Gold Coin

50 Yuan Return of Hong Kong to China

1997 year
Gold (.999) (0.4995 oz AGW) 15.5517 g -
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
50 Yuan (50元, 伍拾圆) 50 CNY = USD 7.10
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Gold (.999) (0.4995 oz AGW)
Weight
15.5517 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#163785
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Flag and fireworks above Hong Kong, denomination below

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Previously known as Y# 903

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the return of Hong Kong to China in 1997, which marked the end of British rule and the beginning of a new era for the region. The coin's design features an image of the Hong Kong skyline and the Chinese national emblem, symbolizing the country's sovereignty and unity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  11800 - - - - - -

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